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Flavorful Spicy Maple Soy Chicken Recipe Easy Crispy Golden Glaze

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A quick and easy spicy maple soy chicken recipe featuring a crispy golden glaze that balances sweet, spicy, and salty flavors for a comforting weeknight meal.

Ingredients

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  • 4 bone-in, skin-on chicken thighs
  • 1/4 cup pure maple syrup
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce (low-sodium recommended)
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil or neutral oil
  • Green onions, thinly sliced for garnish
  • Toasted sesame seeds (optional)

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken thighs dry with paper towels and season both sides lightly with salt and pepper.
  2. In a mixing bowl, whisk together maple syrup, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and red chili flakes.
  3. Add chicken thighs to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes.
  4. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat and add vegetable oil. Heat until shimmering but not smoking (about 2 minutes).
  5. Place chicken thighs skin-side down in the hot pan. Press down slightly with tongs and cook for 7-9 minutes without moving.
  6. Flip chicken and pour remaining marinade over the pieces. Reduce heat to medium and cook for another 8-10 minutes, spooning glaze over chicken every few minutes until glaze thickens and caramelizes.
  7. Check doneness when internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C) and glaze is sticky and caramelized. If glaze burns, lower heat and add a splash of water.
  8. Transfer chicken to a plate and let rest for 5 minutes. Garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

Pat chicken skin dry for best crispiness. Use medium heat when glazing to avoid burning the maple syrup. Do not overcrowd the pan to ensure crispy skin. Adjust chili flakes to taste or substitute with smoked paprika for less heat. Leftovers reheat best in a skillet to maintain crispiness.

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Keywords: spicy chicken, maple soy chicken, crispy chicken, easy dinner, weeknight recipe, sweet and spicy chicken, maple glaze, chicken thighs

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